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5-Star Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid Event: Start Date and Rewards

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Trainers will be able to face a Rayquaza with a Dragon Tera Type with the Mightiest Mark during the 5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid Event running from December 20, 2024 to January 6, 2025 in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV). Learn the start and end date of this Tera Raid Event, the best counters to use and how to beat Rayquaza, all rewards you can get, and how to join.

November and December Tera Raid Events
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Pokemon SV - Annihilape and Kingambit Raid Temporary Top Banner.png5☆ Annihilape and Kingambit Pokemon SV - Shiny Rayquaza Raid Top Banner.png5☆ Rayquaza

5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid Event Duration

Rayquaza Raid Release Date:
December 20, 2024 to January 6, 2025

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Rayquaza Tera Raid Event
Schedule Start Date: 2024/12/20 00:00 UTC
End Date: 2025/01/06 23:59 UTC
Rewards 5-Star Rayquaza
Defeat the "Shiny Rayquaza" in a Dragon Crystal Tera Raid during the event and you'll get a Dragon Tera Type Shiny Rayquaza.
Treasures and Battle Items
Obtain various items which you can use to build battle-ready Pokemon or sell in stores for money.
Unlock Requirements Complete the Main Story
To gain access to 5-Star Raids, you need to finish the game's three storylines (Victory Road, Starfall Street, and Path of Legends), as well as the The Way Home storyline.

The 5-Star Tera Raid Event featuring Rayquaza with a Dragon Tera Type will begin on December 20, 2024 until January 06, 2025 spanning 16 days just like the Mewtwo Tera Raid!

Rayquaza will not have the Mightiest Mark, but it can be caught once. However, participating in this event should net amazing rewards either way.

Tera Raid Event Codes Board

5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid Moveset

Rayquaza Speculated Moveset and Abilities

Pokemon Set
Rayquaza ImageRayquaza
Pokemon Dragon Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon
Tera Type: Pokemon Dragon Type Icon
Ability: Air Lock
IVs: TBA
EVs: TBA
Nature: TBA
Dragon Ascent
Outrage
Extreme Speed
Dragon Dance
Can also use:
Waterfall
Earthquake

This moveset is currently speculative and will be updated once the Tera Raid Event goes live!

Best 5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid Counters

Super Ancient Pokemon

Kyogre ImageKyogre Groudon ImageGroudon

In the Mewtwo Raid, Mew was given a special buff when fighting the raid. We could see this make a return with Kyogre and Groudon, calling back to the events back in Pokemon Emerald which released 20 years ago!

Lucius' Pokemon: Six Heroes

Terapagos ImageTerapagos Galarian Moltres ImageGalarian Moltres Lapras ImageLapras
Kleavor ImageKleavor Entei ImageEntei Arboliva ImageArboliva

This Raid Event could be a reference to the anime, where Lucius owned a Black Rayquaza and is currently being sought out by the Rising Voltacklers! We could see the focus go to Lucius' other Pokemon and gain buffs when sent out.

Fairy and Ice-type Pokemon

Magearna ImageMagearna Calyrex (Ice Rider) ImageCalyrex (Ice Rider)

Just like any other raid, the best counters against Rayquaza should be Fairy and Ice-types. Taking advantage with Ice Rider Calyrex's slow speed with Avalanche or Magearna's Soul-Heart could be the key to taking down Rayquaza!

5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid Rewards

Shiny Rayquaza

Beating this 5-Star Tera Raid should allow you to catch a Shiny Rayquaza without the need for grinding or Soft Resets.

Best Poke Ball to Catch Rayquaza

The following Poke Ball is the best one that fits Rayquaza's design. You can also catch in a Master Ball if you want!

Pokemon Best Pokeball Reason
Rayquaza ImageRayquaza (Shiny) Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Luxury Ball ImageLuxury Ball Matches well with Rayquaza's Shiny colors.

List of All Poke Balls and How to Get

Treasures and Battle Items

5-Star Unrivaled Rayquaza Tera Raid Raid Event Rewards
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Ability Capsule ImageAbility Capsule
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Ability Patch ImageAbility Patch
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Bottle Cap ImageBottle Cap
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Comet Shard ImageComet Shard
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Exp. Candy L ImageExp. Candy L
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Exp. Candy XL ImageExp. Candy XL
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Nugget ImageNugget
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - PP Up ImagePP Up
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Rare Candy ImageRare Candy
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Star Piece ImageStar Piece
Pokemon SV - VitaminsVitamins Stellar Tera Shard.png Tera Shards
Pokemon SV - MintsMint TM156:
Outrage
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Spicy Herba Mystica Sandwich IngredientSpicy Herba Mystica
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Salty Herba Mystica Sandwich IngredientSalty Herba Mystica Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Sour Herba Mystica Sandwich IngredientSour Herba Mystica Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Bitter Herba Mystica Sandwich IngredientBitter Herba Mystica
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Sweet Herba Mystica Sandwich IngredientSweet Herba Mystica

These rewards are based off previous 5-Star Tera Raids. this list will be updated once the raid goes live!

Herba Mystica Rewards

A running trend in the Tera Raids released in 2024, this Rayquaza Raid should also drop every possible flavor of Herba Mystica! Even if you've caught Rayquaza, you can keep grinding this event for amazing rewards!

How to Get Herba Mystica: All Raid Pokemon and Drop Rates

Best Sandwich for 5-Star Rayquaza Tera Raid

Raid Power: Dragon Lv. 2 Sandwich

Master Hamburger Patty Sandwich - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)
(#91) Master Hamburger Patty Sandwich
Ingredients Meal Powers
・ Sweet Herba Mystica
・ Vinegar
・ Pepper
・ Watercress
・ Horseradish
・ Hamburger
・ Onion
・Title Power: Psychic Lv. 2
・Raid Power: Dragon Lv. 2
・Encounter Power: Steel Lv. 2

Sandwiches give various meal powers when consumed. If you want to gain even more rewards after defeating Rayquaza during its Raid Event, make sure to eat this sandwich before challenging the raid!

Meal Powers last for 30 minutes, so try to find and beat as many raids as possible during that time!
All Raid Power Sandwich Recipes

How to Join 5-Star Rayquaza Raid Event

How to Join Shiny Rayquaza Raid Event



Tera Raid Level Depends on Game Progress

The level of raids that appeared on the map is dependent on the player's progress in the game and how many Gym Badges have been earned so far.

Since the raid are 4 and 5-Star Tera Raids, make sure you reach the required game progression to unlock them!

Raid Level Raid Level
1★ Available from the start
2★ Available from the start
3★ Obtain 3 Gym Badges
4★ Obtain 7 Gym Badges
5★ Available post-game

How to Increase Tera Raid Star Level

Connect to the Internet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Connect to the Internet through Poke Portal

To join this raid event and spawn these special Tera Raid Crystals, you will need to connect your game to the Internet to update the game data. Once done, event Tera Raid crystals should start appearing on your map!

To connect to the Internet, simply press the X button to open the menu and press the L button to connect to the Internet.

Check the Map for Sparkling Tera Raid Crystals

After connecting to the Internet, unique Tera Raid Crystals will start appearing in the overworld. These are distinct enough from regular Tera Raid Crystals and will sparkle, as seen in the overworld, so you can determine which ones contain the featured Pokemon!

Look for Sparkling Tera Raid Icons

Icon Explanation
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) - Event Tera Raid Icon Event Tera Raid icons will sparkle compared to regular Tera Raids.

Event Tera Raids will also appear differently on the map, as their icons will sparkle!

Join an Event Tera Raid

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) - Tera Raid Battle Search

After connecting to the Internet and having your game data updated, you can immediately group up with other players and join Tera Raids through the Tera Raid Battle menu in the Poke Portal screen, which can be accessed from the main menu by pressing the X button.

Event Tera Raids will have show the feature Pokemon's icon displayed in a yellow box, and the Tera Type will be shown on the upper right.

Hosting Event Tera Raids

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Tera Raid Event Menu

Alternatively, you can also host Tera Raids once you find a sparkling Tera Raid Crystal in the overworld.

You can either challenge Tera Raids as a group with other players, or you can face them solo.
How to Host Raids Repeatedly for Unlimited Rewards

Event Tera Raids in Yellow Cards

An important note to keep in mind is that event Tera Raids will have yellow event cards, which can be observed from the Tera Raid preparation screen or the Tera Raid Battle Search menu in Poke Portal.

This is useful so you can determine if the Tera Raid you found or will join is an event raid, and not just a regular one!

Nintendo Switch Online Subscription Required for Online Play

Note that you need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to host or join online Tera Raids with other players across the Internet!

Multiplayer Guide

How to Join Online Tera Raid Events

Nintendo Online Needed to Play with Others

SV - Tyranitar - Ghost Tera Type.png

To participate in the event with other players, you must have a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership, which is bought separately from the game.

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Update Poke Portal News

Trainers must also make sure they have the latest version of Poke Portal News in their game. This should automatically download if your Switch is connected to the Internet.

How to Check Poke Portal News

1 Accessing Poke Portal News, first step - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)
Press the X Button and select "Poke Portal." Make sure your Switch is connected to the internet.
2 Accessing Poke Portal News, second step - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)
Select "Mystery Gift."
3 Accessing Poke Portal News, third step - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)
Select "Check Poke Portal News."

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Current & Upcoming Tera Raid Events

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Start Date Nov 22, 2024 (Thu) at 00:00 UTC
End Date Nov 24, 2024 (Sun) at 14:59 UTC
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Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Blissey Raid Banner5-Star Blissey Tera Shard Event Rerun Featured Pokemon:
Blissey with increased drops for Tera Shards and Candies!
Duration: 11/22/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 11/24/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Shiny Rayquaza Raid Banner5-Star Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Level 100 Rayquaza with the Unrivaled Mark
Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 1/06/2025 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Raid Banner5-Star Corviknight and Bellibolt Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Corviknight and Bellibolt 5-Star Raids
Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/05/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon SV - Azumarill and Clodsire Raid Banner5-Star Azumarill and Clodsire Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Azumarill and Clodsire 5-Star Raids
Duration: 12/06/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 12/12/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon SV - Annihilape and Kingambit Raid Banner5-Star Annihilape and Kingambit Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Annihilape and Kingambit 5-Star Raids
Duration: 12/13/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 12/19/2024 (11:59 PM)

Current & Upcoming Mass Outbreak Events

Mass Outbreak Events
Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Tinkatink Mass Outbreak Tinkatink Mass Outbreak Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/05/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Ferocious Mark
Location: Paldea
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Wooper Mass Outbreak Wooper Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/06/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/12/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Absent-Minded Mark
Location: Kitakami
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Girafarig Mass Outbreak Girafarig Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/13/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/19/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Intellectual Mark
Location: Terarium
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Black-Colored Shiny Pokemon Mass Outbreak Black-Colored Shinies Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon (Boosted Shiny Rates):
・Cetoddle (Paldea)
・Carbink (Kitakami)
・Fraxure (Terarium)
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Chansey Mass Outbreak Chansey Mass Outbreak Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Location: Paldea

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Nov 30, 2024
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